First-time MI solicitation arrest, released without court date , how do I protect myself from charges being filed later?

Asked in Birmingham, MI on May 21, 2026 Last answered on July 13, 2026

After seeing escort-related ads on social media, I contacted a person online out of curiosity and went to a location she sent. Before any meeting occurred, police approached me. I cooperated, explained everything, and showed the website. I was arrested, fingerprinted, DNA-sampled, photographed, and held overnight. Next morning, a detective read me my rights. Without an attorney, I answered honestly — admitted it was a mistake, first time, no criminal intent. He said he'd speak to his supervisor to help. I was released with no court date. Booking card lists bond and court file number as "To Be Set." Detective verbally said there would be "no records." Questions: Could charges still be filed later? Could I be re-arrested or summoned? What does "To Be Set" mean? Can records/DNA be expunged? Are diversion options available? Can you contact the prosecutor proactively? Please advise.

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John Freeman
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John Freeman

Bloomfield Hills, MI
Law Office of John Freeman 248-422-2684
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It will be nearly impossible for you to personally do anything.  An experienced lawyer, however, may be able to contact the prosecutor’s office assigned to your case and attempt to convince them that that charges should not be filed.

July 13, 2026

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